Compaq N400c - Evo Notebook - PIII 700 MHz Reference guide

Brand: Compaq

Model: N400c - Evo Notebook - PIII 700 MHz

Type: Reference guide

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The Compaq N400c - Evo Notebook - PIII 700 MHz is an ideal laptop for those seeking a powerful and efficient mobile computing experience. With its 700 MHz Pentium III processor, it delivers fast and reliable performance for various tasks. The notebook features a spacious hard drive, allowing you to store a substantial amount of data, multimedia files, and applications. Its integrated modem and network card provide convenient connectivity options, enabling you to stay connected wherever you go.

Reference Guide

Mobile Expansion Unit

Part Number: 225837-001

April 2001

This guide provides information on installing and operating the

Mobile Expansion Unit with your computer as well as tips on

solving common problems.

Compaq, the Compaq logo, Armada Registered in U.S. Patent and

Trademark Office.

All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their

respective companies.

Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions

contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is”

without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice. The

warranties for Compaq products are set forth in the express limited

warranty statements accompanying such products.

Nothing herein should

be construed as constituting an additional warranty.

Reference Guide

First Edition (April 2001)

Part Number: 225837-001

Reference Guide iii

Contents

1 Getting Started

Identifying the Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2

Security Cable Slot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7

Security Selection Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8

Packing Box Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–9

Information and Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–9

2 Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer

Connecting the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1

Disconnecting the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Docking and Undocking to a Docking Base . . . . . . . . . . 2–4

Turning Equipment On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4

Connecting the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5

Connecting External Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7

Operating External Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7

3 Using the Mobile Expansion Unit

Installing or Removing MultiBay Devices . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1

Following MultiBay Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2

Using an Optical Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4

Ejecting a CD Manually. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4

Using the Stereo Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6

iv Reference Guide

Contents

A Troubleshooting

Using the World Wide Web. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1

Preparing to Call Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1

B Specifications

Regulatory Agency Series Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–1

Index

Reference Guide 1–1

Getting Started

The Mobile Expansion Unit (MEU) features two MultiBays.

Each MultiBay supports one of the following devices:

■

Diskette drive

■

CD drive

■

DVD drive

■

Zip drive

■

Battery pack

■

Hard drive

External desktop devices such as a printer, external monitor,

external keyboard, or mouse can be attached to the rear panel of

the MEU. To expand your desktop capabilities, you can dock the

computer with the MEU to an optional Armada docking base.

1–2 Reference Guide

Getting Started

Identifying the Components

This section identifies the components on the MEU.

Front and right side components

Front and Right Side Components

Component Description

1 Computer tabs Secures the computer to the MEU.

2 Expansion connector Connects the computer to the

MEU.

3 Microphone jack Connects a single sound channel

microphone.

4 Speaker/headphone jack Connects stereo speakers,

headphone, headset, or television

audio.

5 Right acoustic port Enhances bass sound.

6 Stereo speaker Produces sound for multimedia

files and system warning beeps.

Getting Started

Reference Guide 1–3

7 Security cable slot Allows an optional security cable to

be attached to the MEU.

8 Docking release button Releases the MEU from the

computer by pressing the right side

button.

9 MultiBays (2) Each supports a CD or DVD drive,

Zip drive, second battery pack, or

second hard drive.

Front and Right Side Components

(Continued)

Component Description

1–4 Reference Guide

Getting Started

Rear and left side components

Rear and Left Side Components

Component Function

1 Parallel connector Connects a parallel device.

2 Docking connector Connects to an optional docking

base.

3 Serial connector Connects a serial device. The

computer serial port is disabled

when the computer is connected to

the MEU.

4 External monitor connector Connects an external monitor or

overhead projector.

5 USB connector (2) Connects USB devices.

6 Keyboard connector Connects a full-size keyboard.

7 Mouse connector Connects an external pointing

device.

Getting Started

Reference Guide 1–5

8 AC power connector Connects an external AC adapter.

9 Left acoustic port Enhances bass sound.

: Stereo speaker Produces sound for multimedia

files and system warning beeps.

Rear and Left Side Components

(Continued)

Component Function

1–6 Reference Guide

Getting Started

Bottom components

Bottom Components

Component Function

1 Left MultiBay release latch Ejects a MultiBay device by sliding

the latch to the right.

2 Right MultiBay release latch Ejects a MultiBay device by sliding

the latch to the left.

3 Docking restraint recess Secures the computer/MEU

system in place when docked to an

optional Compaq docking base.

4 Security selection switch Prevents the removal of the

computer from the MEU while the

system (computer and MEU) is

docked in a docking base.

Getting Started

Reference Guide 1–7

Security Cable Slot

The security cable slot protects the system from theft. Use a

security cable, purchased from a Compaq authorized reseller, and

loop it around a secured object. Pull the lock through the cable

loop and insert the cable into the slot on the MEU. If the cable has

a key, use it to lock and unlock the cable.

Using the security cable slot

✎

The security cable slot cannot be used with a Kensington lock

unless the security selection switch is in the locked position.

1–8 Reference Guide

Getting Started

Security Selection Switch

The security selection switch on the bottom of the MEU prevents

the removal of the computer from the MEU while the system

(computer and MEU) is docked in an optional docking base.

To engage the lock:

1. Ensure that the computer and MEU are connected.

2. Slide the security selection switch to the locked position.

Using the security selection switch

3. Dock the computer and MEU in a docking base (refer to the

installation guide that ships with the docking base for

docking instructions).

To disengage the lock, eject the computer and MEU from the

docking base. Slide the security selection switch to the unlocked

position.

Getting Started

Reference Guide 1–9

Packing Box Contents

Before you begin, ensure that you have removed everything from

the packing box. In addition to this guide, you should have the

following items in the packing box:

■

MEU with a diskette drive and an optical drive (CD or DVD)

in the MultiBays

■

MultiBay weight saver

■

Warranty and service information

Information and Updates

For additional information, refer to the Notebook Products

Reference Library Guide CD, included with the computer, for the:

■

Hardware Guide, which provides comprehensive information

on your computer.

■

Regulatory and Safety Notices guide, which provides

governmental agency and safety information on the use of

this product.

Visit the Compaq Web site at

http://www.compaq.com

for product

news and software updates.

WARNING: Misuse of your personal computer or failure to establish a

safe and comfortable workstation may result in discomfort or serious

injury. Refer to your

Safety & Comfort

guide for more information on

choosing a workspace and creating a safe and comfortable work

environment.

Reference Guide 2–1

Connecting and Disconnecting

the Computer

Connecting the Computer

To connect the computer to the Mobile Expansion Unit:

1. Close the computer display.

2. Align the slots on the front of the computer with the

computer tabs on the MEU

. Lower the computer onto the

expansion connector

and snap into place.

Connecting the computer to the Mobile Expansion Unit

2–2 Reference Guide

Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer

✎

Firmly press down on the rear of the computer to ensure the

computer and the MEU are connected.

3. Slide the display release latch

to the right and open the

computer

Opening the computer display

Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer

Reference Guide 2–3

Disconnecting the Computer

To disconnect the computer from the MEU:

1. Close the computer display.

2. Press the docking release button

to disconnect the

computer from the MEU.

3. Lift the back of the computer to remove it from the MEU

4. Pull the computer away from the MEU tabs

Disconnecting the computer from the Mobile Expansion Unit

2–4 Reference Guide

Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer

Docking and Undocking to a Docking Base

Your computer must be attached to the MEU before the system

(computer and Mobile Expansion Unit) can be docked to a

docking base. Docking the system to the docking base provides a

desktop workstation. Consult the docking base installation guide

or your Compaq authorized dealer for more information about

docking and undocking.

✎

The computer and MEU cannot be docked to a docking base if an

optional, high-capacity, external battery pack is attached to the

computer.

Turning Equipment On and Off

When the computer and MEU are connected, turn the system on

and off using the power button on the computer.

If the computer and the MEU are docked to a docking base,

follow the instructions in the docking base installation guide for

turning equipment on and off.

If a second battery pack or a second hard drive is in the MEU

MultiBay, turn off the computer before disconnecting it from the

MEU.

Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer

Reference Guide 2–5

Connecting the AC Adapter

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, fire, or

damage to your equipment:

■

Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding

plug is an important safety feature.

■

Plug the equipment into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet

that is easily accessible at all times.

■

Disconnect power from the equipment by unplugging the power

cord from the electrical outlet.

■

Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them

so that no one can accidentally step on or trip over them.

■

Do not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging from the

electrical outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to

the equipment, do not attempt to operate the computer and Mobile

Expansion Unit with a voltage converter kit sold for appliances.

2–6 Reference Guide

Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer

Use the AC adapter that ships with your computer. To connect the

AC adapter:

1. Connect the AC adapter to the power connector on the left

side of the MEU

2. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter

3. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet

Connecting the AC Adapter

Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer

Reference Guide 2–7

Connecting External Devices

To connect devices to the MEU:

1. Turn off power to the computer, MEU, and all devices.

2. Connect external devices to the connectors on the MEU rear

panel and turn on power to all devices.

✎

To complete the device connections, some manufacturers require

that you install software drivers. Refer to the documentation

included with the device for details.

Operating External Devices

To ensure that devices connected to the MEU are activated, refer

to the following guidelines:

■

When adding a device to or removing a device from the

MEU, turn off power to the computer, MEU, and applicable

devices before connecting or disconnecting.

■

When the computer is connected to the MEU, ensure all

attached devices are turned on, then turn on power to the

computer.

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